Whether you are a patient or visitor at Sunrise Hospital, we want your experience with us to be as pleasant as possible. We have provided helpful information to help you during your stay or while visiting a patient in the hospital.

Protect your skin from the sun with clothing. Wear a shirt, sunglasses, and a hat with a broad brim.

Use broad-spectrum (UVA and UVB) sunscreens with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or more on skin that will be exposed to the sun.

Use a protective lip balm.

Wear sunglasses with 99% or 100% UV absorption to protect your eyes.

Don't use sun lamps or tanning booths.

Get regular full-body skin exams by a dermatologist. The doctor will check for moles, freckles, and other growths.

Check your skin regularly and have someone help you check areas you can’t see, such as your back and buttocks, scalp, underneath the breasts of women, and the backs of the legs. If you notice a new, changing or an irregular-looking mole, show it to a doctor experienced in recognizing skin cancers, such as a dermatologist. This may include large, irregular shape with a border that is not smooth and even, more than one color, or irregular texture. Your doctor may monitor the mole or recommend removing it

If you have a condition called dysplastic nevus syndrome, you should have your dermatologist check your skin regularly for atypical moles.

Revision Information

This content is reviewed regularly and is updated when new and relevant evidence is made available. This information is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with questions regarding a medical condition.